Pyoderma gangrenosum affecting the eye, orbit, and adnexa. A review

Orbit. 2018 Feb;37(1):26-31. doi: 10.1080/01676830.2017.1353114. Epub 2017 Sep 1.

Abstract

While pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) most commonly affects the skin it can also involve other organs. It rarely affects the eye, orbit, or adnexa. Its early recognition and proper management with prompt initiation of immunosuppressive therapy are essential for the preservation of the eye and, in turn, vision, in these cases. Here, we review the limited literature already published regarding ocular involvement in PG.

Keywords: Adnexa; orbit; pyoderma gangrenosum.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Eye Diseases / complications*
  • Eye Diseases / diagnosis
  • Eye Diseases / drug therapy
  • Eyelid Diseases / complications*
  • Eyelid Diseases / diagnosis
  • Eyelid Diseases / drug therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / therapeutic use
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Orbital Diseases / complications*
  • Orbital Diseases / diagnosis
  • Orbital Diseases / drug therapy
  • Pyoderma Gangrenosum / complications*
  • Pyoderma Gangrenosum / diagnosis
  • Pyoderma Gangrenosum / drug therapy

Substances

  • Immunosuppressive Agents